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SCHOOL OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

Fredy Augusto
AVELLANEDA VARGAS

The professor Fredy Augusto Avellaneda Vargas is introduced to the general public and the educational community.

CONTACT

Information

favellan@uis.edu.co

+57 (607) 634 4000
Extension: 2529

GENERAL

Biography

Professor Fredy Avellaneda holds a Ph.D. in Chemical, Environmental, and Process Engineering, as well as a Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering from Universidad Rovira i Virgili. He is a Chemical Engineer from the Universidad Nacional and is affiliated with the INTERFASE group. With a strong dedication to environmental sustainability, Professor Avellaneda utilizes his national scientific expertise to address environmental challenges in a sustainable manner, capitalizing on the unique opportunities each region offers. By valorizing resources, he aims to improve the quality of life for workers throughout the production chain. His research primarily focuses on the production of biodiesel, biolubricants, and value-added products derived from biomass or industrial waste. Currently, Professor Avellaneda serves as a professor, teaching courses such as Fluid and Solid Management, process laboratories, and research seminars. In the past, he has also taught subjects including Process Analysis, Stoichiometry, and Introduction to Chemical Engineering.

EDUCATION AND

Qualifications

  • Doctor in Chemical, Environmental and Process Engineering


    Universidad Rovira i Virgilli, 2010

  • Master in Environmental Engineering


    Universidad Rovira i Virgili, 2007

  • Chemical Engineer


    Universidad Nacional de Colombia, 2000

CONTACT

Information

favellan@uis.edu.co

+57 (607) 634 4000
Extension: 2529

AREAS OF

Expertise

  • Biofuels

  • Biodiesel

  • Oleochemical

  • Chemical processes

  • Industrial waste recovery

OFFICE

Hours

Monday to Friday

8:00 a.m. – 12:00 m.

2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

UIS Central Campus, Escuela de Ingeniería Química, oficina 208.

Research

Group

AWARDS AND

Recognitions

  • Laureate Thesis - Master in Mechanical Engineering


    Universidad de Guanajuato, México, 2019

AWARDS AND

Recognitions

  • Laureate Thesis - Master in Mechanical Engineering


    Universidad de Guanajuato, México, 2019

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